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Business Communication at Work, 2nd Edition Glencoe Online
 
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Chapter 9: Messages for Inquiries and Requests

Chapter Summary
The ability to handle routine communication situations effectively on a daily basis will make you a productive, valued employee. Inquiries and requests, such as appointment and reservation requests, buying inquiries, and general requests, are commonplace in today's business world.

In Chapter 9 you will look at techniques for preparing responses to such routine correspondence. Replying to inquiries and requests completes the exchange of information, whether it be orally or in writing. You will also look at how to write form letters and how to decide when they are appropriate.

The Chapter 9 online resources will reinforce and enhance your study of the chapter content. Begin your exploration by choosing one of the chapter links.

Online Exercise Links

Airline Web sites

Southwest Airlines
http://www.southwest.com

United Airlines
http://www.ual.com

American Airlines
http://www.aa.com

Alaska Airlines
http://www.alaskaair.com

Northwest Airlines
http://www.nwa.com

Delta Airlines
http://www.delta.com

Retail Store Web sites

The Gap
http://www.gap.com

Nordstrom
http://www.nordstrom.com

Macys
http://www.macys.com

Levi's
http://www.levi.com

JCPenney
http://www.jcpenney.com

Wal-Mart
http://www.walmart.com

Kmart
http://www.bluelight.com/

Additional Learning Links

Bull's Eye Business Writing Tips
http://www.basic-learning.com/tips0220.htm

Basic Learning Systems, Inc., provides a list of lengthy phrases, long words, and their concise counterparts for use in business communications.

Writing Business Messages
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/workshops/pp/audorg.ppt

A Microsoft PowerPoint presentation from the Purdue Online Writing Lab (OWL).

eFlashcards
Review chapter terms and definitions with eFlashcards.

Crossword Puzzle
Sharpen your knowledge of chapter terms and concepts with an interactive crossword.

Practice Test
Test your understanding of the chapter material with a self-scoring Practice Test.

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